North Korean soldier describes heavy losses in Russian unit during Ukraine conflict

A North Korean soldier, captured by Ukraine, described horrific scenes in Kursk, Russia, where he claimed his unit was decimated by Ukrainian forces. He reported "mountains of corpses" and accused Russian commanders of misleading North Korean troops about their combat roles. The soldier stated he was the only survivor of his 40-man unit, which was unprepared for battle and lacked proper equipment. He criticized the Russian military for using North Korean troops as "bait" in assaults, leading to heavy casualties. The White House estimates that North Korea has sent around 10,000 troops to support Russia, with many deployed near the Ukraine border. The soldier's account highlights the dire situation faced by Russian forces amid ongoing losses.